If a change in the dugout is to be made, then Iniesta – who is readying himself for a Champions League clash with the Blues on Tuesday – believes his former boss at Camp Nou would be an ideal appointment.

The World Cup winner told reporters: “Enrique is an excellent coach. In Barcelona, he showed the incredible level he has reached.

“I think he could win trophies at any club – and that includes Chelsea. It won't be easy because Chelsea is one of the biggest clubs in the world.

“But when you see what Enrique developed in Barcelona, then I think it is also possible in London.

“The Premier League is a tough competition but, for me, he is capable of managing any big English club.”

The Belgium international told The Guardian: “I had a very good relationship with Luis Enrique.

“The way he talks to players is very good. He knows how to make a player feel right.

“If you asked me about the best managers I’ve worked with, I would always include him. Now I’m getting the chance to play more but I’m not going to say that because I was playing less with Luis Enrique he was a bad coach.”